This Is My Truth

Today I speak with my new friend Lori Oberbroeckling who is a fellow leader in Corporate America, mom of 4 kiddos and founder of several side hustles. On paper, you look at her resume and I just feel TIRED but what I love about my conversation with Lori is that 1) she practices what she preaches 2) is super real, honest & candid and 3) shares her own thoughts around how as moms we can have our cake & eat it too based off her own experiences. More about Lori in her own words: Lori Whitney Oberbroeckling is passionate about helping moms who want fulfilling careers–or side hustles or passion projects–while also wanting to feel present and connected to their families. She believes that moms can have an extraordinary home, an extraordinary career, and be extraordinarily happy at the same time. Lori wrote Secrets of Supermom: How Extraordinary Moms Succeed at Work and Home & How You Can Too! to share tips, strategies, and quick wins for moms that want it all. Lori is a wife and mom of four, all while working as a leader in corporate America, and nurturing several side-hustles. She has a bachelor's degree in psychology with graduate training in marriage and family therapy and counseling. She helps moms who want it all develop the skills, habits, and confidence to happily have it all. Website:www.secretsofsupermom.com IG: www.instagram.com/secretsofsupermom --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

Today's conversation with Amy Looper is one I think many working mothers can relate to - the feeling of working mom guilt which can, at times, lead to working mother burnout. In our conversation, Amy and I touch and unpack a lot of vulnerable topics - identify as a working mom, burnout and being perfectly imperfect as humans. Follow Amy at: Web: www.amyleighlooper.com Insta: @amyleighlooper LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amylooper1/ I hope you enjoy the conversation! xoxo, Jessi --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

Today I chat with my new friend Megan Moran, Founder of The Mompreneur Guide. We chat about so many things: identifying & following your passion(s), taking leaps. What I loved the most about our conversation is that we come from such different backgrounds, her a 3rd generation mompreneur and me from a background of stability and yet, we still found so much to connect about. About Megan: Megan Moran is not only a mom to two beautiful babies under 3 (Jack + Sophia) and a wife to the most supportive husband + business partner ever, Collin, but she is also the owner of The Mompreneur Guide. As a Podcast Host, Template Shop Owner + Authority-Building Guide, Megan is on a mission to help momprenuers increase their visibility, get their names out there, create a movement and build a community and world around them... in the simplest way possible. Because as a third generation momprenuer- she knows how possible a both present + productive lifestyle can be. Continue to follow her at: Web: themompreneurguide.com IG: instagram.com/mompreneurguide As always, I hope you enjoy! xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on: Leave me a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisismytruthpodcast/ Email: jessinshuraleff@gmail.com Web: www.jessishuraleff.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

In today's solo episode, I dig into where I've been over the last few months and the decisions I've made...the biggest one the decision to go back to corporate a few months ago. During the conversation, I shed light into the context behind my decision, as well as the mindset shifts I needed to make in order to get there. Because while at the end of the day, while I did decide to go back into the corporate setting, I did so on MY terms and it's been really fun to see how that feels aligned at the moment - both from a career & family perspective. As always, I hope you enjoy! xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on: Leave me a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisismytruthpodcast/ Email: jessinshuraleff@gmail.com Web: www.jessishuraleff.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

Today I dive into all things grey with Mae Wagner. Mae is just one of those humans you could talk to all day. She is open and authentic and lives in curiosity and non-judgement. She opens up about how she was able to live in the grey and find forgiveness of her abusers - not an easy task and often controversial. She is just a wonderful human and I know you're going to eat up this conversation just like I did! More about Mae: Mae Wagner is an author, podcast host, speaker, and trauma navigation mentor. Mae currently lives in western Pennsylvania with her husband, loveable golden retriever, and their rescue tabby-cat. Find Mae at: www.rainydayinmay.com https://www.facebook.com/mistymae76 @rainydayinmay I hope you enjoy the conversation! xoxo, Jessi --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

I've always been very fortunate to make my own decisions in my career, but that's not always the case for everyone. Today I spoke with Robin Merle about her experience with an involuntary exit and how she turned that moment into something more. Whether you've been blindsided by an involuntary exit, been part of a re-org where you had no choice on your next move, or simple can relate to feeling like your choice has been taken away, this conversation is for you. More about Robin in her own words: Robin Merle, CFRE is the author of the award-winning book, Involuntary Exit, A Woman's Guide to Thriving After Being Fired. She has been a senior executive for billion-dollar nonprofit organizations and raised more than a half-billion dollars during her 35+ years in the field. Robin has been Vice Chair of National Philanthropy Day in New York 3 times, served on multiple nonprofit boards, and was named Woman of Achievement in 2017 by Women in Development, New York. Robin iSus proud to be a graduate of the first class of women at Rutgers College. She graduated Phi Beta Kappa and went on to earn a Master of Arts from The Johns Hopkins University and publish short fiction in various literary magazines. You can follow Robin by reaching out to her at: https://theprofessionalguide.com https://www.instagram.com/robinmerletpg/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinmerletpg/ https://www.facebook.com/robinmerle.author/ I hope you enjoyed our conversation! xoxo, Jessi --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

Today I'm sharing the episode that I did with Heather Chauvin for her podcast, Emotionally Uncomfortable. In this conversation we dive into a story that I have yet to share in detail and dig into the 'not this. not this. not this' voice that is so often so easy to ignore (or is that just me?). Listen to her podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/lt/podcast/933-the-power-of-speaking-your-truth-interview/id982980293?i=1000556277346 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

Today I have a treat of a conversation for you! I talked with Nneka Hall about all things advocacy - the good, the bad and everything in-between. Nneka so generously shares her story about the lost of her child who was born stillborn due to undiagnosed preeclampsia and how that experience changed her in ways to begin to speak up, share her story & advocate for change. More about Nneka in her own words: Nneka Hall is the mother of four (2 Sunshines ages 21 and 16, an Angel baby who would be 11 and a Rainbow who is 7). In 2014 she founded Quietly United in Loss Together (QUILT) Campaign which is a Pregnancy And Infant Loss Awareness campaign designed to raise awareness of all types of loss from conception through a child's first two years of life, teach healthy fertility through womb health education, provide support to families who suffer these losses and provide support for memory programs so they won't close due to inability to afford supplies. June 2016 US of Women's Summit as a Nominated Change Maker January 2019 featured in The This Is My Brave Short Documentary March 2019 Advocate of the Year Award from The Boston Public Health Commission's Community Action Network July 2019 Star Legacy's Advocate of the Year September 2019 appointed to the Ellen Story Postpartum Depression Commission December 2019 Union Capital Boston's Community Advocate of the Year February 2020 Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley's guest at the State of the Union and recipient of the Brinklow Humanitarian Microgrant December 2020 founded Mother IS Supreme Inc. January 2021 appointed to the Racial Inequities in Maternal Health Commission September 2021 joined the board of Postpartum Support International of MA. Web: www.motherissupreme.org IG: @NnekaHall Full transcript of our conversation here: https://share.descript.com/view/7LGag2DR6w6 As always, I hope you enjoy! xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on: Leave me a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisismytruthpodcast/ Email: jessinshuraleff@gmail.com Web: www.jessishuraleff.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

Today I share my conversation with Emily Steele, for her podcast, Local to Legend. We dig into how to use storytelling to create connection - personally & professionally. To listen to more of Emily's podcast, Local to Legend, check it out here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/local-to-legend/id1539714195 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

Today I share part of the conversation I had with Megan Hall of the Inspired Women Podcast. We dive into so many things and you can pick up our conversation by checking out the rest of the episode (start at 30:05) here: https://inspiredwomenpodcast.com/becoming-your-authentic-self-featuring-jessi-shuraleff/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

I've been waiting on the seat of my chair to release this conversation because Rachel is such an amazing human and I love the truth that she speaks so freely: A bit more about Rachel in her words: I lead a $XB global advertising business at Google. I am passionate about driving value for my clients, helping my team grow their careers, and creating an inclusive environment where everyone can succeed. I am deaf and have cochlear implants in both ears. My experience as a deaf salesperson has significantly impacted and influenced how I engage with the world. I want us all to include disability in more conversations, as such, I'm always happy to answer questions about my hearing loss. You can also reach out if you're looking for a speaker or panelist on disability inclusion or being a woman in tech. I grew up in Kure Beach, NC and went to Duke University for college. I love baking, especially pies. I made 57 pies in 2019. I'm an avid reader, reading 132 books in 2021. IG: @seidman.rachel LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelseidman A transcript of our conversation can be found here: https://share.descript.com/view/kXrON0fg8xq I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did! xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on: Leave me a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisismytruthpodcast/ Email: jessinshuraleff@gmail.com Web: www.jessishuraleff.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

Today I am sharing the conversation I had with my friend John Neral for his podcast, The mid-career GPS. We talked about all the things, but mainly how being able to recognize when and how to pivot has been the cornerstone of my career so far - both in corporate and since leaving. You can find John's podcast, The Mid-career GPS Podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mid-career-gps-podcast/id1548327541 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

Today I talk to a powerhouse woman, Sunni VonMutius, about her journey of leaving corporate to pursue finding alignment but more than that, we dive into Sunni's journey of creating connections with people with extreme viewpoints - what lead her to this project, what she learned and what she's taken away from it. In a world that increasingly feels more and more polarized, I love how Sunni leaned in and became genuinely curious about humanity. I think we can all take a page from Sunni's playbook. I know I can! More about Sunni in her own words: From corporate shark to spiritual mentor - Sunni has reinvented herself many times over, each time finding an unexpected path forward and gathering new tools and stories to share along the way. After a successful career as an IT project manager she retired at 32 and then spent several years as a full time nomad bartering her way around the US. Today, as an Intuitive Strategist, Sunni is masterful at helping analytically minded people integrate spirituality into their daily lives and businesses. She is currently pursuing ordination as a minister of metaphysics and lives in Orlando with her life-long best friend and their cat and toddler. Web: wildflowerstrategy.com IG: @wildflowerstrategy and @sunni_sara A transcript of our conversation can be found here: https://share.descript.com/view/7KUGjGUb903 I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did! xoxo, Jessi --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

Today I shared a conversation that I had with my friend Adam Coelho for his podcast, The Mindful FIRE podcast. On his podcast he explores mindfulness and the Financial Independence Retire Early movement to uncover the strategies and mindsets to live life with meaning, purpose and financial independence. In our episode, we dive into what it took me to get to the point of leaving Google and feeling financially sound to get there. Listen to The Mindful FIRE Podcast here: https://www.mindfulfire.org/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

Today I talk to Christie Rocha about all things mental health and postpartum depression, but really what we talk about is creating space for ourselves to heal and grow and come to a space where we can speak our truths. A bit more about Christie in her words: Christie Rocha is the host of Sass Says, a podcast to guide women on how to heal, educate, and empower themselves through therapy and real-life stories of perseverance. She interviews mental health professionals, experts, coaches, and women just like you and me who share her mission to debunk the stigmas and misconceptions about therapy and mental health. Christie is known for asking the “but how” questions so that her listeners walk away from each episode with actionable steps on what to do next when it comes to relationships, motherhood, body image, ambition, and what she calls, the Intangible. Self-care is also a hot topic on her show. Christie and her husband live in New Jersey with their two toddlers. Web:www.sasssays.com IG:@sasssays As always, I hope you enjoy our conversation! xoxo, Jessi --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

Today I dive into the courage to be curious - with yourself, with your team and with others who may not have the same beliefs, viewpoints or experiences as you do. Leaning into our curiosity superpower is needed now, more than ever. I dive into some tips on how to lean into these potentially uncomfortable conversations in a way that still feels authentic to you. Full transcript here: https://share.descript.com/view/aCpqZsV1mJT --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

Today I chat with my new friend Raquel Kelley. We get real & honest about so many things - the identity of motherhood, taking the leap from corporate, postpartum depression - and we are vulnerable, real and still manage to have fun while doing so. A bit more about Raquel in her own words: Raquel Kelley is a mother, writer, TV producer, and host of the MOMGUL Podcast. She began her career at E! Entertainment where she worked for over a decade producing shows such as Live! From the Red Carpet and Fashion Police. She's also been a featured contributor for Condé Nast and The HuffPost. After having two kids under two, Raquel relocated her family to her native Ohio. While her life may have changed, her career goal remains the same– make hard things easy to talk about. Her first book, Where'd I Go?, flips the lift-the-flap board book on its head– written not for babies, but for moms. Comical and authentic, this little board book delivers a big message: mothers are women, too. Web: www.raquelkelley.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/raquelkelley/ Transcript of our conversation here: https://share.descript.com/view/eAxfzk40rYQ As always, I hope you enjoy! xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on: Leave me a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisismytruthpodcast/ Email: jessinshuraleff@gmail.com Web: www.jessishuraleff.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

On today's episode I dive into the art of asking for help and delegating. I share 3 easy steps to take to start asking for help and delegating tasks in a way that feels aligned and still has great impact. As always, I hope you enjoy! xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on: Leave me a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisismytruthpodcast/ Email: jessinshuraleff@gmail.com Web: www.jessishuraleff.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

Today I dive into a fun yet meaningful conversation with Lindsey Kaszuba. Like me, Lindsey said f'it to her corporate job and took the leap to begin her own business. To do so, she had to come back home to herself and realign her ideas around success and working hard and playing hard. We also dive into perfectionism and how that relates to eating habits, specifically orthorexia. More about Lindsey in her own words: Lindsey Kaszuba helps women make small changes that create a big impact on overall health. She is a certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, entrepreneur, wife, mother, and founder of Lindsey Kaszuba Health. Lindsey's mission is to teach and empower women that health and lifestyle can work together; she works one-one-one with her clients to create a plan to serve both. Follow Lindsay at: @lindseykaszubahealth www.lindseykaszubahealth.com https://www.facebook.com/lindseykaszubahealth As always, I hope you enjoy the conversation! xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on: Leave me a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisismytruthpodcast/ Email: jessinshuraleff@gmail.com Web: www.jessishuraleff.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

Can women have it all? I dive into this controversial question on today's podcast, in addition to talking about how we got here - expectations vs. reality. And how when we're not pausing to ask ourselves, how are we defining 'all' for ourselves, we are going to get crushed by expectations. I hope you enjoy today's conversation! xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on: Leave me a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisismytruthpodcast/ Email: jessinshuraleff@gmail.com Web: www.jessishuraleff.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

Today I dive into a conversation with my new friend Ari Krzyzek where we dive into unpacking resentment - specifically resentment towards ones family. Ari just dives in and speaks her truth about her journey to letting got of the resentment she held towards her parents, but even more importantly, how she's worked to move beyond the resentment and allow herself to speak her truth more freely - in all circumstances. We talk about the empowerment that comes when you are able to let go, amongst many other things! A bit more about Ari in her own words: Co-founder and chief creative officer of Chykalophia (read: see-ka-lo-fia), Ari Krzyzek helping women-led brands in FemTech & DTC transform their website into a platform that unlocks business opportunities. She serves as a branding, UX consultant, and professional peer in support of fellow female entrepreneurs through the #1 ranked private business incubator in the world, 1871 Chicago. Furthermore, she helps women in tech and design break into the industry and succeed in it by mentoring them for personal branding, career advancement, and entrepreneurship through Interaction Design Foundation and ADP list. You can follow Ari and her team's journey at: http://chykalophia.com http://facebook.com/chykalophia http://instagram.com/chykalophia Find the transcript of the episode here: https://share.descript.com/view/ekOY5OFQadI I hope you enjoyed our conversation! xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on: Leave me a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisismytruthpodcast/ Email: jessinshuraleff@gmail.com Web: www.jessishuraleff.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

Today I dive into a recent conversation I had that reminded me, that we are all human and despite different backgrounds, values, beliefs - we are all doing the best we can. When we let down our walls, are genuinely curious and actively listen, we can more often than not, find a connection to others. Find the transcript of the episode here: https://share.descript.com/view/q7pkJU0YhrY xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on: Leave me a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisismytruthpodcast/ Email: jessinshuraleff@gmail.com Web: www.jessishuraleff.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

Today I chat with Cara D'Orazio about what it's like to break free of unhealthy competition, especially in a workplace setting. Cara shares her own journey of recognizing being in these unhealthy situations and how she decided to break free and go out and build something on her own. More about Cara in her own words: Cara D'Orazio is a Virtual Fitness Instructor/Personal Trainer, who created her own platform www.cgmfit.com. Cara has been teaching/training for over 15 years and fitness/health has always been her passion! You can read the transcript here: https://share.descript.com/view/qhQ3qgLyA4q I hope you enjoy today's conversation! xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on: Leave me a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisismytruthpodcast/ Email: jessinshuraleff@gmail.com Web: www.jessishuraleff.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

Today I dive into one of my favorite questions first posed to me by my friend Lori Mitchell - what are you avoiding? It's a question I've been asking myself a lot recently because my husband recently looked at me and said, you never ask me if I'm happy. It made me realize how easy it is to dive back into the day to day and avoid asking myself the hard questions. You can read the transcript here: https://share.descript.com/view/Tb7MJRvnuZW I hope you enjoy today's conversation! xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on: Leave me a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisismytruthpodcast/ Email: jessinshuraleff@gmail.com Web: www.jessishuraleff.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

Today I dive into all things motherhood, negative self talk & perfectionism with my friend Jessica Gershman. There are so many things I love about this conversation with the biggest being how REAL Jessica is about the ups and downs of life. We dig into marriage, raising daughters, and how perfectionism and negative self talk show up in both of our lives. Grab a glass of tea or wine, plug in your air pods or go for a walk. This conversation is a good one. More about Jessica in her own words: Jessica Gershman is the founder of The Zen Mommy and the voice behind the Mom, Slow Down! podcast as well as a passionate believer in the power of self care. Through her work as a certified yoga instructor, an accomplished home chef, and a dedicated mindfulness practitioner she has created a holistic program that supports women, especially moms, in giving them the tools to create a satisfying life. Jessica has experienced juggling the demands of a career, as a successful commercial real estate developer, with the life-changing role of “mom.” Through the work of The Zen Mommy, she shares her personal story of overcoming disordered eating, redefining her sense of self as a new mother, and finding ways to feed herself first as a foundation for a more joyful and less stressful life. You can follow her on Instagram @the_zen_mommy where she connects with over 21k followers. You can read the transcript here: https://share.descript.com/view/g2LI4AI2vmn I hope you enjoy today's conversation! xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on: Leave me a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisismytruthpodcast/ Email: jessinshuraleff@gmail.com Web: www.jessishuraleff.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

Hello podcast world! This week is National Infertility Awareness week and so I decided to reflect on my own infertility journey and share some of my lessons learned. I dive into 4 lessons learned: 1) It's OK to advocate for yourself 2) You have more control than you realize 3) Don't sweat the small stuff (yes, easier said then done) 4) Surround yourself with people who can see you break down & then pick you back up 5) Celebrate being perfectly imperfect. Full transcript here: https://share.descript.com/view/Vj1ZIGqCMGi This Is My Truth Listeners: Donate to the The Colette Louise Tisdahl Foundation Here! I will be matching donations up to $500 during April 2022 in honor of Infertility Awareness Week. Most importantly, thank you, xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on: Leave me a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisismytruthpodcast/ Email: jessinshuraleff@gmail.com Web: www.jessishuraleff.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

This week's conversation is one near and dear to my heart. I speak with Michelle Valiukenas about her very special motherhood journey. She speaks her truth about infertility, pregnancy, celebrating her sweet angel baby, Colette Louise, and celebrating her living rainbow baby, Elliot Miguel. Michelle speaks her truth and enlightens us about her amazing foundation. Inspired by her journey with Collette Michelle and her husband founded the Collette Louise Tisdale foundation whose mission is to improve outcomes of pregnancy childbirth, prematurity, and infancy, as well as aid in the grieving process through financial assistance, education and advocacy. Their flagship program, financially assist families dealing with high risk and complicated pregnancies and NICU stays. The organization's ability to help families relies on donations and grants. And they're grateful if you are able to donate. Michelle also participates in advocates on issues of maternal health, maternal mortality, infant health, and safety and pregnancy complications. Michelle lives in Glenview, Illinois with her son Elliott, husband, mark, and Doug. This Is My Truth Listeners: Donate to the The Colette Louise Tisdahl Foundation Here! I will be matching donations up to $500 during April 2022 in honor of Infertility Awareness Week. Most importantly, thank you, xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on: Leave me a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisismytruthpodcast/ Email: jessinshuraleff@gmail.com Web: www.jessishuraleff.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

I left my family for five days and went to a women's leadership retreat in Tulum. In this episode, I reflect on the reactions people had when I told them what I was doing. The reactions were reminiscent to those I received when telling people I was leaving corporate: disbelief, shock, jealousy. Creating space for myself and actually taking action toward the life I want didn't happen magically. I worked diligently and engaged in courageous and uncomfortable conversations. My challenge for you is to put pen to paper for two to three minutes and write, "What is it that I truly desire?" Remove all possible barriers and allow yourself to dream. xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on: Leave me a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisismytruthpodcast/ Email: jessinshuraleff@gmail.com Web: www.jessishuraleff.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

My long time listeners have heard about my 6:03 moment before, but I've never talked about this part: the questions that are still coming up over a year and a half later. You see, I had an answer to that question. What I didn't realize was that I would need to consider many more questions in order to get to a place where I could answer, "Yes, I am happy." In this episode, I talk about the follow up questions that continue to guide me in my understanding of who I am at my core and who I am becoming in this world. My challenge for you is to choose one of the questions I talk about and make it a habit this week to continuously ask yourself that question. I can't wait to hear where it leads you. xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on: Leave me a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisismytruthpodcast/ Email: jessinshuraleff@gmail.com Web: www.jessishuraleff.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

Today I speak with Marina Yanay-Triner. She's a transformational coach who works with people who are diagnosed with life burnout and checked out to support them and experiencing. And aliveness and their lives. As a trauma informed coach, she works with clients to go deep into the roots of behavioral patterns that hold them back from experiencing life to the fullest. Looking at childhood rooted, beliefs, emotions, behavioral patterns, and the unconsciousness to create massive transformation together. She uses body-based somatic approaches to support a connection back to the body, strengthen their connection with their instincts and intuition and flourish. Stay connected with Marina IG @marina.y.t  Her website marinayt.com xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on: Leave me a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisismytruthpodcast/  Email: jessinshuraleff@gmail.com Web: www.jessishuraleff.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

Conversations that make you nervous and uncomfortable are usually the conversations that offer the most opportunity for growth and change. Listen in this week as I explain "What is a courageous conversation?" I offer a recent interaction which my daughter's school principal and administration as inspiration. Don't worry, I also provide actionable steps and advice on how to prepare, approach, and reflect on these often daunting experiences so that you can be best prepared. If you liked this week's episode, be sure to check out my blogpost, "Uncomfortable Conversations: Why, How, and When". Be sure to catch the latest from me by subscribing to my newsletter. xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on: Leave me a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisismytruthpodcast/ Email: jessinshuraleff@gmail.com Web: www.jessishuraleff.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

Today I speak with Jay Shifman, vulnerable storyteller, podcast host, Ted-x speaker, and so much more. As a person ten years in recovery who survived multiple suicide attempts and an overdose, Jay fights to end the stigma around Mental Health and Substance Misuse by telling his recovery story and advocating for opportunities for others to do the same. Jay entreats that we must cease giving in to that stigma; instead, we can accept that they make us uncomfortable and push past that barrier toward life-saving change. Jay is an open book which made it so genuinely powerful to connect with him in this conversation. In a country where as many as one in two will struggle with an issue of Mental Health or Substance Misuse at some point in their life, the average American is still underserved by an outdated model of care. Too many communities don't have a Mental Health provider at all and, if they do, a lack of insurance coverage and the vast wall of stigma around these issues makes help unaffordable and unattainable for most. Mental Health coaches like Jay Shifman help close that gap, and to do so Jay works with those ready to choose the next step in their Mental Health journey. Stay connected with Jay Instagram @jayshifman Facebook Jay Shifman Through his Website jayshifman.com (Love that Merch!) Listen in to his podcast Choose Your Struggle You are not alone. xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on: Leave me a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisismytruthpodcast/ Email: jessinshuraleff@gmail.com Web: www.jessishuraleff.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

How easy it is for children to wish upon a star or a dandelion flower, blowing the seeds away as if to set their dreams in motion. At some point, I stopped dreaming. I merely put one foot in front of the other, until I had completely forgotten how to dream or where dreams come from. I had to learn again. When I found myself dreaming, and talking about dreams once more, I saw the magic of childhood spreading to those closest to me. Now, we are a family of dreamers. We are a family of dream-makers. Today I dive into how to start dreaming again because your dreams matter, regardless of how big or small. I hope you enjoy the conversation! xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on: Leave me a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisismytruthpodcast/ Email: jessinshuraleff@gmail.com Web: www.jessishuraleff.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

Today I speak with Kelly Wallace, a CSA survivor, advocate, writer about her journey of growing up with experiencing childhood sexual abuse, and then the added trauma of a large portion of her family not believing her. We unpack it all. What I want to pull out of our conversation is just how bad ass Kelly is. She was able to, at such a young age, stand so firmly in her truth. Then, while still on her own journey of healing, be able to speak her truth and advocate for others. More about Kelly: Kelly Wallace is an entrepreneur, writer and speaker. She writes and speaks about her experience as a survivor of child sexual abuse and is at work on a memoir. Web: www.kellywallace.org IG: https://www.instagram.com/kellythewriter/ FB: http://www.facebook.com/kellythewriter1 I hope you enjoy our conversation. xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on: Leave me a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisismytruthpodcast/ Email: jessinshuraleff@gmail.com Web: www.jessishuraleff.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

How often are you letting people see beyond the tip of your ice burg? If you're anything like me, you wear your armor pretty close to the chest. I get it, it feels safe & you're in control of the narrative. The problem with that though tends to be, you're only letting people see one version or sliver of you, which puts you on a pretty narrow path, or tightrope. Today I dive into how you can use curiosity of self & of others to move beyond the tightrope and feel like you can explore the entire gym floor. I hope you enjoy the conversation! xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on: Leave me a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisismytruthpodcast/ Email: jessinshuraleff@gmail.com Web: www.jessishuraleff.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

Today I speak with Amanda Webster, a wellness coach & YouTube personality about her own journey with mental health. With raw honesty & vulnerability, Amanda shares her story involving addition and a suicide attempt and how she was able to move beyond her shadows, to living her best life. More about Amanda: Amanda is a wellness coach and YouTuber who overcame depression on her terms after a near suicide attempt opened her eyes. After a year and a half of self-discovery and making healthy changes in her life, she was decertified as having a Serious Mental Illness by the very people who told her it was impossible. She's is passionate about sharing her story helping others struggling with mental illness find balance and live their most fulfulling lives and has been featured in publications such as Cosmo, Yoga Journal, Women's Health and Phoenix magazine. Web: www.amandawebsterhealth.com IG: @amandawebsterhealth I hope you enjoy our conversation. xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on: Leave me a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisismytruthpodcast/ Email: jessinshuraleff@gmail.com Web: www.jessishuraleff.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

Today I dive into getting comfortable with uncomfortable conversations - at work, at home and in life. I share some of my own tendencies (avoidance!) as well as share some specific tips on how to lean into these conversations to make them as productive as possible. A transcript of the episode can be found here: https://share.descript.com/view/tMBcrRB1NHx Enjoy the conversation! xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on: Leave me a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisismytruthpodcast/ Email: jessinshuraleff@gmail.com Web: www.jessishuraleff.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

Anissa shares her experience as a two-time rape survivor and how she has been able to overcome the stigma, the shame, the embarrassment and all the things that come with being a survivor of sexual trauma. In all of that she's discovered the value of community and lifting other women up who have experienced something like this and the joy and, in her words, the warmth that comes from creating community around this shared experience. A little bit more about Anissa: As a Yoga Therapist and the founder of the Trauma Healing Yoga Therapy Program, Anissa works with women who have been sexually traumatized to help them heal their PTSD (and other trauma related issues) with yoga therapy. As a 2x rape survivor, She intimately understand the needs these women face, and helps them navigate their healing journeys. Stay connected with Anissa: Website: www.traumahealingyoga.com Facebook: Trauma Healing Yoga Therapy Instagram: @traumahealingyoga Link to transcript xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on: Leave me a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisismytruthpodcast/ Email: jessinshuraleff@gmail.com Web: www.jessishuraleff.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

Adam envisioned his way out of his dream job and found himself with 5 months to find a new job or leave Google. Feeling like he had hit rock bottom, he began meditating and practicing mindfulness. Although he is still battling perfectionism and feeling like there is a certain way to do things he continues to practice being mindful on the path to financial independence. A little bit more about Adam: Adam Coelho is an 11 year Googler, father, husband, entrepreneur and host of The Mindful FIRE Podcast. He is passionate about the power of mindfulness and financial independence to empower each of us to live the life we are meant to live. At Google he's trained over 1000 Googlers on developing emotional intelligence through mindfulness through the popular course Search Inside Yourself. Stay connected with Adam: Website: www.mindfulfire.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/mindfulFIREpodcast Instagram: @themindfulfirepodcast xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on: Leave me a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisismytruthpodcast/ Email: jessinshuraleff@gmail.com Web: www.jessishuraleff.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

In today's episode I dig in and get truthful about the 3 common things I see successful women struggle with: 1️⃣ We give our power away 2️⃣ We hold back our full authentic selves 3️⃣ We wait for permission to do & be who we want to be I get real, raw & honest, and of course, I use examples from my own life to make my points. Because if you can't learn from your mistakes, what's the point?! Are you ready to leave playing small behind in 2021? Are you ready to speak up & be seen and heard in a way that feels authentic to you? If so, don't forget to sign up for my January 14th Own Your Truth in 2022 workshop - all proceeds of the workshop will be donated to EmpowerHER - a local non-profit that pairs female mentors with young women who have lost their moms. This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on: Leave me a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisismytruthpodcast/ Email: jessinshuraleff@gmail.com Web: www.jessishuraleff.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

It's the holidays! Before we officially put up our Out of Offices and turn off all notifications off our phone, I wanted to share a quick message to all of us out there who may have been told that you'd never amount to anything. To those of us who have been told to dream smaller. To those of us who have been told to stick to what you're good at and not take risks. These were the messages that my podcast guest, Debra Gipson, heard all through her life. Lucky for us, Debra refused to accept those messages as her truth, and today we dive into what true inclusivity looks like by overcoming the spaces we're supposed to stay in. I hope you enjoy our conversation along with Debra's infectious laugh and bold personality. Wishing you a very happy holiday season! Be back in 2022! Are you ready to leave playing small behind in 2021? Are you ready to speak up & be seen and heard in a way that feels authentic to you? If so, don't forget to sign up for my January 14th Own Your Truth in 2022 workshop - all proceeds of the workshop will be donated to EmpowerHER - a local non-profit that pairs female mentors with young women who have lost their moms. This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on: Leave me a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisismytruthpodcast/ Email: jessinshuraleff@gmail.com Web: www.jessishuraleff.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

Today I dive into my love/hate relationship with boundaries. I dig into why they are needed, how to identify where they're needed in your life, some examples of my own boundaries and most importantly, how to keep them (especially during the holiday season). This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on: Leave me a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisismytruthpodcast/ Email: jessinshuraleff@gmail.com Web: www.jessishuraleff.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

The end of year, and especially during the holidays, we as women, often find ourselves in service to others, but what about being in service to ourselves. During December especially, we find ourselves stretched too thin, overextended and exhausted and so holiday mom rears her head. For all of you feeling guilt around that - I've got you. There is no guilt, just shared experiences. xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on: Leave me a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisismytruthpodcast/ Email: jessinshuraleff@gmail.com Web: www.jessishuraleff.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

Sejal Thakkar, a child of immigrant parents from India, grew up identifying with two cultures, Her experience living in both the US and India allowed her to see how truly connected we are as humans. She has made it her mission to protect her inner self (ninja) and now teaches others to do the same. A little bit more about Sejal: Sejal Thakkar is founder and Chief Civility Officer of TrainXtra. As Sejal grew up in a suburb of Chicago, Sejal fought hatred and discrimination on a regular basis. She refused to allow ignorance, insensitivity, and the bullying conduct of others impact her inner “ninja”. Armed with knowledge she gained from these experiences, Sejal teaches that harassment will not stop on its own – it's up to all of us to be part of the fight to stop workplace harassment. We cannot be complacent bystanders and expect our workplace cultures to change by themselves. Sejal passionately transforms the workplace and education settings into places of civility by empowering others to be a part of the solution. Her goal is to empower each employee to create a positive workplace environment. Stay connected with Sejal: Website: Www.trainxtra.com LinkedIn: Sejal Thakkar xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on: Leave me a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisismytruthpodcast/ Email: jessinshuraleff@gmail.com Web: www.jessishuraleff.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

Caroline lives by these mantras and her life is a testament to them. As a multiple career changer - from corporate, to acting, to entrepreneurship - she believes in taking control of what you desire at all costs. She has challenged the grind harder "sleep when you're dead" mentality and stepped into careers that, at each turn, she felt drawn to. She shares how she learned to create small steps to pivot in her career when it was no longer serving her, even if that meant taking a pay cut. A little bit more about Caroline: Caroline Ceniza-Levine is the founder of the Dream Career Club and a career coach, writer, and media personality on job market issues. A Senior Contributor to Forbes Leadership and an adjunct at Columbia University, Caroline helps experienced professionals in tech, media, financial services and other industries make a great living doing work they love. Stay connected to Caroline: Website: www.dreamcareerclub.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/ccenizalevine xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on: Leave me a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisismytruthpodcast/ Email: jessinshuraleff@gmail.com Web: www.jessishuraleff.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

"I feel like I'm wilting." Hearing a women say this recently made me pause in my tracks. What a powerful word - wilting. I could see the visual - each time I didn't speak up - either at work or at home - a petal would fall off the flower. So in today's episode I dive into steps I've taken to go from wilting to thriving. Also, enjoy the cameo from Quinn at the end. :) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

Becca describes life prior to her diagnosis of autism as living with one eye closed. It wasn't until a WebMD search, at the age of 36, that saved her from suicidal thoughts and she could finally begin to understand and name the things that made her different. In this episode she not only shares her pain and trauma over the years but how we can be better advocates and allies to those with invisible disabilities. A little bit more about Becca: BECCA LORY HECTOR, CAS, BCCS was diagnosed on the autism spectrum as an adult and has since become a dynamic autism advocate, consultant, speaker, and author. With a focus on living an active, positive life, her work includes autism & neurodiversity consulting; public speaking engagements; a monthly newsletter, “Monthly Musings”; two weekly YouTube livestreams, and being an Assistant Editor/Feature Writer for Spectrum Women Magazine. Becca has published multiple articles and books about life on the autism spectrum with the goal of spreading acceptance, building understanding, and encouraging self-advocacy. The creation of her international, grant-approved, virtual course for autistic adults, “Self Defined Living: A Path to a Quality Autistic Life”, is allowing her to help improve the lives of autistics in the now and on an almost daily basis. An animal lover with a special affinity for cats, Becca spends most of her free time with her many animals, her husband Antonio Hector, and their Emotional Support Animal (ESA), Sir Walter Underfoot. Sir Walter Underfoot travels, does woofing engagements, and has his very own Instagram to help share with the world his life as an ESA to an autistic adult. Stay connected to Becca: Website: www.beccalory.com Facebook: Becca Lory CAS Instagram: @beccaloryhector xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on: Leave me a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisismytruthpodcast/ Email: jessinshuraleff@gmail.com Web: www.jessishuraleff.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

Today I dive into some recent moments where I've seen my daughters' use their voice to advocate for themselves & it got me thinking about all the moments in the past where I haven't advocated for myself. For those who may be unfamiliar with the term, imposter syndrome refers to the feelings of self-doubt and personal incompetence that persist despite your education, experience, and accomplishments - and the steps I've taken to overcome imposter syndrome day in and day out to be the best role model I can be for my kiddos (though, let's be honest, they often prove to be role models for me!) There's also a cameo of Lucy singing at the end - you don't want to miss it! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

From living a double life and struggling in silence to thriving, my dear friend Ashlee shares her truth about how her high risk pregnancy eventually opened many doors for her. By sharing her journey with others, it lessened the weight of carrying it alone for so long. Once her son was born, everything changed. She was able to see herself through a different lens and chose to step into the woman and life she knew her son deserved. A little bit more about Ashlee: She is an entrepreneur – Founder and Chief Engagement Officer of Our Forté, a company dedicated to helping non-profit and charitable organizations grow support, awareness and, ultimately, raise funds for those in need. She works with her clients to build a culture of support, and powerful connections between their donors and volunteers to achieve their fundraising and social justice goals. In doing this work, she recognized that these same lessons are desperately needed in the wider business community...especially as we grow more disconnected working in an online realm. With that in mind, she launched “Teams with EDGE,” a program designed to bring the lessons of team encouragement and gratitude embraced by the most powerful charities to the business world. She's on a mission to teach leaders that work doesn't have to be so hard, providing them with the insights and skills to help create thriving, sustainable cultures which inspires their team, and helps them – and their businesses – succeed. Stay connected to Ashlee: Website: http://www.ourforte.ca Instagram: @Ashlee.Livingstone xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on: Leave me a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisismytruthpodcast/ Email: jessinshuraleff@gmail.com Web: www.jessishuraleff.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message

Today, to acknowledge Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month (and the 7 year anniversary of my own pregnancy loss of Clark) I go deeper into some of the moments that stick out to me most when I think about my own pregnancy loss. I get emotional in this one team, so bear with me, but I dive into some of the stigma (only tell people you're pregnant after the 1st trimester!) that causes women to feel alone & isolated during a time when they need community the most. Bring some tissues for this one! xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on: Leave me a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisismytruthpodcast/ Email: jessinshuraleff@gmail.com Web: www.jessishuraleff.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message